you also have to think about the fact that they are literally under surveillance almost 24/7 and that their careers will be ruined if anyone were to find out. Gyeol knows that and that’s why he rejected Winter, now I’m not saying that he has no feelings for winter cuz I’m 100% sure there is some, but he’s been in the industry for a while and knows that the public takes things harshly. It’s one thing for an idol to be dating someone, it’s another for them to be gay as well. As much as I like the whole acceptance narrative, it’s not realistic and that’s just how the world is. It’s terrible but it’s reality.
you also have to think about the fact that they are literally under surveillance almost 24/7 and that their careers will be ruined if anyone were to find out. Gyeol knows that and that’s why he rejected Winter, now I’m not saying that he has no feelings for winter cuz I’m 100% sure there is some, but he’s been in the industry for a while and knows that the public takes things harshly. It’s one thing for an idol to be dating someone, it’s another for them to be gay as well. As much as I like the whole acceptance narrative, it’s not realistic and that’s just how the world is. It’s terrible but it’s reality.